French Jeep: Citroën Méhari

The Citroën Méhari was a sort of French Jeep.  What more do we need to say?

This claims to be a genuine US-spec model, whatever that means.  Regardless,we think it’s cool as hell.

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Malibu, CA
$8,685 with 11 bids and reserve not met
Posted by CG

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CITROEN MEHARI FRENCH JEEP – RARE 1970 U.S. MODEL – “Rouge Hopi” (Red) 

Shown in film “The Amigo Man”, 1971, with Charlton Heston.

Only 214 imported into US in 1970.

This is one of 17 know to exist. 

It was sold new in California, with original BLUE PLATES. 

Serial Number: 00CA213L (this the 213 of 214 shipped to US in this model year) 

Only 49,660 mileage!

Here are two videos I posted on YouTube:

Here are direct links if videos do not show up automatically:

http://youtu.be/kaCBcW7fWjI

http://youtu.be/H9DXdO2oPf4

This car was stored in a California garage for 28 years. It was recently mechanically restored at a cost of $7000. This includes:

      new top- German canvas in tan color
      new doors – German canvas in tan color
      new seats – tan washable vinyl
      new tires – FIVE
      new brakes
      new master cylinder
      new brake lines
      re-manufactured gas tank
      new fuel pump
      rebuilt carburetor
      new fuel lines
      rebuilt alternator
      rebuilt starter
        new ignition coils (2)
      new belts
      new plugs
      re-manufactured distributor
      new battery
      re-conditioned fuel gage
      re-conditioned amp gage
      complete new exhaust system
      new wheel bearings
      new U-joints
      new hubcaps
      new seat belts
      new radio
      new floor mats
      fuel shut-off installed
      fire extinguisher
      headlight guards added
      new hood leather straps
      rare French front license plate
Technically-advanced utility off-roader, whose body is made of ABS plastic, steel frame. Every part is still available at citroparts.com/mehari/. In my opinion, this is better than Fiat Jolly and Renault Jolly and Mini Moke. Will go off-road and drives very smoothly. Air-cooled, front wheel drive, 602 cc, 4-speed transmission. Lightweight and will not rust. Good for all weather. Great for recreational areas. Very fun and unique, plus, very good investment. Fuel economy is 45 miles per gallon. You can read more about the car on Wikipedia and Citroen website.

PLEASE REMEMBER, I JUST SPENT $7K TAKING IT OUT OF STORAGE TO MAKE IT ROAD-WORTHY. I AM THE SECOND OWNER AND HAVE ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA TITLE IN MY NAME.

Please know that the car is sold “as-is” and no warranties are given. I’ve have divulged everything I know about this car and have tried to be as accurate as possible in my description. I am a private party. I will help coordinate transport, if necessary.

ONLY SERIOUS BIDDERS PLEASE!! DO NOT BID UNLESS YOU HAVE THE MONEY TO PURCHASE THE CAR. MANY PEOPLE WANT A CAR LIKE THIS AND BID AND CANNOT PAY.

THIS CAR IS FOR  TRUE MEHARI LOVER. 

Please call me anytime with questions!!!